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International Space Summit

France
Space

Date de mise en ligne le : June 19th 2026 Date of update: September 09th 2026

The International Space Summit, which will be held in Paris on 9 and 10 September 2026, will be an opportunity to open a dialogue for all to meet the challenges of our times for the space sector. The event will bring together numerous participants, including Heads of State and Government from around the world, representatives of international and regional organizations, members of parliament, scientists, the military, astronauts and decision-makers from the private sector, civil society, local communities and development banks.

Space, a rapidly changing field

The space sector has been transformed over the past 20 years as a result of technological breakthroughs and changes to its economic model. Space and space applications are now everywhere. An increasing number of state and private actors are emerging and pursuing spectacular ambitions enabled by technological progress.

Space is already a part of our daily lives: satellites orbiting the Earth allow us to know our position on the planet, observe it and communicate. They are also essential for the use of smart devices, autonomous vehicles, telehealth and remote surgery, shipping and defence.

« Seeing the Earth from above is a powerful reminder of our interdependence. »

Thomas Pesquet

It is up to us, as inhabitants of Earth, to take our future into our own hands, because the matter is urgent. While new prospects are skyrocketing, so are the risks, and we must collectively set out a strong pathway for the sector’s development to ensure that the use of space is sustainable and benefits all.